1987 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
