1990 Nissan Presea vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Nissan Presea 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Presea Legacy
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 138 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2680 mm


 

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