1998 Subaru Justy vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy. 2008 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Justy | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Justy | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |