1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |