1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Subaru Legacy 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Subaru Chevrolet
Model Legacy Captiva
Year Released 1995 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1860 mm


 

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