1999 Nissan Stagea vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Stagea | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Stagea | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
