1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 153 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Vitesse | Baja |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
