1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | GT 1 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2290 mm |
