1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Outback |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |