1998 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 217 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |