1997 Subaru Justy vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 718 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Justy | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
