1980 Subaru Rex vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Rex | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Rex | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2290 mm |
