1995 TVR Griffith vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 509 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1995 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1995 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 TVR Griffith | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | Griffith | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
