1986 Subaru Justy vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 1986 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Justy. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru Justy | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1188 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
