1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Corvette Legacy
Year Released 1967 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1410 mm


 

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