1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 65 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cedric | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
