1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |