1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 466 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
