1997 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 654 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Justy | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Justy | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2659 mm |
