1984 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 980 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.
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1984 Subaru Justy | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
Model | Justy | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |