1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 645 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |