1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Justy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Justy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
