1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 863 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Cherry | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |