1974 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 273 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
