1989 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1710 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Justy | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Justy | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
