2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1988 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 955 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. 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 1988 Subaru Rex. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1988 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
