2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 264 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Justy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |