1996 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |