1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
