1987 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Justy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Justy. (77 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1994 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Justy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
