1988 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2660 mm |
