1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cavalier | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
