1996 Subaru Justy vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 435 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 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy. 2010 Mazda 3 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. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Justy | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Justy | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |
