1978 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 251 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Justy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
