1987 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 1987 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
