1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Baja |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |