1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |