1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
