1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 553 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Ascona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |