1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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 73 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
