2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |