1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |