1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 48 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
