1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Rekord | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
