1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Serena | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
