2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 79 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
