1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Justy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
