1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 565 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy. 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Justy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
