1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 13 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
