2004 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 580 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, 2004 Audi A3 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
