1991 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 602 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |