1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Calibra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
