1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Statesman. 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
