1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 404 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
