2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 175 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 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Primera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
