1968 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Justy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Justy (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Subaru Justy (77 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1994 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Justy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
