1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1988 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1988 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Sidewinder | Justy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
