1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Argento Viva | Baja |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
