1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 267 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Baja |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
