2000 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Justy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Justy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Saloon | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Saloon | Justy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
