1998 Subaru Justy vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Justy | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Justy | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |