1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira. 1982 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Legacy | Camira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
