1986 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2455 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 | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
