1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa 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 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 782 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
