1968 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Vivio |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |