1991 Opel Frontera 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 Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 1991 Opel Frontera and 2010 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
