1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 697 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 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 1989 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Justy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
