1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 790 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Diamante | Justy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
