1997 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 15 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 975 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Justy | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Justy | Antara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
