1988 Saab 900 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 900 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
