1990 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Baja |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
