1992 Nissan Laurel vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Laurel | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
