1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Justy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |