1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Caprice Legacy
Year Released 1991 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L