1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
