1989 Subaru Justy vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 908 kg more than 1989 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Justy | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
