1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 454 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |