1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 53 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
