1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 453 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 2007 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, 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Ascona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |