1988 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 462 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. 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 1988 Holden Camira. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Holden Camira 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Holden Subaru
Model Camira Legacy
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 115 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm


 

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