1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 97 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Baja |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
