1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 809 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Volante | Justy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 41 L |
