1991 Nissan Presea vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Presea | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Presea | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
