1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 87 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Baja |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
