2003 Acura CL vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 13 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 820 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
