1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 173 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
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 | 325 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |