2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 339 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
