1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Commodore | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |