1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |