1997 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1041 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.
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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy. 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Subaru Justy | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Justy | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2748 mm |