1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Rex | Type S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2300 mm |
