1989 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Terrano | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
