1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Nissan Pintara 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Pintara Legacy
Year Released 1989 2000
Engine Size 1974 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 111 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2660 mm


 

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