1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 60 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 1988 Peugeot 205. 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
