1998 Subaru Justy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 415 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Justy | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Justy | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
