2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 2007 Nissan Micra. 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, 1993 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
