1993 Subaru Justy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1993 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Justy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Justy | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
