1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
