2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai 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 142 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 707 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. 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 (319 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Baja | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
