1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 577 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
