2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
