1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 655 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
