1974 Nissan Violet vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Violet | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
