1980 Subaru Coupe vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 158 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Coupe | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Justy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
