1983 TVR Tasmin vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 438 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 TVR Tasmin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
1983 TVR Tasmin | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | TVR | Subaru |
Model | Tasmin | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |