1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Omega (235 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
