1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
