1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 253 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |