1980 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 960 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 32 L |
