2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 684 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 Nissan Quest. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Quest | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
