2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
