1989 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Justy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1995 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Justy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
