1983 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 201 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Opel Senator 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Senator Legacy
Year Released 1983 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 85 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm