1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
