2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Nissan Santana

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 940 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 1990 Nissan Santana
Make Subaru Nissan
Model Legacy Santana
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Size 1994 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2560 mm


 

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