1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Baja |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
