1985 Holden Barina vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2590 mm |
