1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Justy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
