1991 Subaru Justy vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Justy. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Justy | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Justy | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
