1987 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Kadett. 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Opel Kadett 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Kadett Legacy
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1505 mm


 

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