1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 368 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Calibra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
