1999 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Astra | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |