1992 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic 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 4 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. 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 1992 Honda Civic. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Baja |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
