1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Subaru Legacy 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Subaru Chevrolet
Model Legacy Colorado
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2830 mm


 

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