1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2751 mm |
