1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Camaro Legacy
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 133 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1821 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2751 mm


 

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