1993 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 56 kg more than 1993 Rover 800.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 800 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
