1983 Opel Rekord 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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 Rekord. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Rekord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |