2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,347 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mazda 3 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
