1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |