1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |