1998 Subaru Justy vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 221 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Justy | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Justy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
