1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1992 Subaru Justy

To start off, 1992 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Subaru Justy.

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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Justy.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 1992 Subaru Justy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Festiva Justy
Year Released 1988 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2290 mm


 

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