2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1044 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Titan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |