1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 14 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 527 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Rex | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2290 mm |
