2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
