2007 Subaru Justy vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Subaru Justy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Justy. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Justy | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Justy | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
