1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
