1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
