1994 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1994 Opel Omega and 1994 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 1994 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Opel Omega 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Omega Legacy
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 2212 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 207 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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