2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 10 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy 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, 2007 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B2300 | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2300 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
