1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1984 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1984 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1984 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Toronado | Justy |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |