2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1984 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Quest | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
