2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. 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 1985 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Baja | Nova |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
