1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Justy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
