1990 Opel Senator vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Senator | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |