2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 782 kg more than 1989 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 1989 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Sable | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
