1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (143 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cedric | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
