1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1984 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 1 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 878 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1984 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
