1974 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Monaro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
