1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Opel Antara

To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 495 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Opel Antara 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. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 2011 Opel Antara
Make Subaru Opel
Model Legacy Antara
Year Released 1994 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3194 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1710 mm


 

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