1988 TVR S2 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 465 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 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR S2 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | S2 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 330 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2624 mm |
