1999 Mazda Demio vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Demio | Justy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
