1996 Subaru Justy vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 625 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy. 2005 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Justy | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
