1970 Opel Admiral vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Admiral (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 225 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 1970 Opel Admiral. 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, 1970 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Admiral | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Admiral | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
