1977 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 937 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 1977 Ford Escort (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
