1978 Nissan Silvia vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Silvia | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Silvia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |