2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 378 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Zafira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
