1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Kadett | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |