2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1993 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1993 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
