2001 Renault Megane vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 4 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. 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, 2001 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Justy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
