1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
