1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Laurel | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |