1978 Opel Senator vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 1978 Opel Senator. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Senator | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |