2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 433 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Ridgeline | Justy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |