1990 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. 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 1990 Holden Barina. 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Barina | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Barina | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |