1989 Pontiac Grand Am 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 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 485 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 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1995 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Am | Justy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
