2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Justy weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Justy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
