2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sonoma | Justy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
