1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
