1999 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
