2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 902 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
