1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 124 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 260 ZX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
