1996 Subaru Justy vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1445 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Justy | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Justy | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
