1996 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Samara | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Justy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
