1981 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Justy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 620 kg more than 1994 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Justy. (77 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1994 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Justy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
