1998 Subaru Justy vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1116 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.
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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy. 2011 Ford Taurus 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. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Justy | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Justy | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2868 mm |
