2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 452 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Justy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |