1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Rekord | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
