2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |