1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
