1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
