1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
