1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 3 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
