2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 196 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
