1988 TVR S2 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 496 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR S2 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | S2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
