1994 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 1994 Opel Astra (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Justy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
