1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Legacy | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2764 mm |
