1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 227 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Admiral | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Admiral | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
