2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G8 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
