2000 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
