1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Commodore | Legacy |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |