1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 703 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
| Model | Chevette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
