1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
