1987 Subaru Justy vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Justy | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2625 mm |
