1983 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 740 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Corsa | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |