1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 466 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
