1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Leopard | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
