1981 Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 242 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 Laurel. 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 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Nissan Laurel 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Laurel Legacy
Year Released 1981 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 85 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2680 mm


 

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