2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1995 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1995 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1995 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Compass | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
