1990 Subaru Justy vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1990 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Justy | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Justy | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1187 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
