1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Laurel. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
