1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 860 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Justy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |