1996 Subaru Justy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Justy | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Justy | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |