1991 Holden Barina vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 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 1991 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 (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2590 mm |
