2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 154 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Baja | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |