1986 Nissan Santana vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Santana | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Santana | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |