1989 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Vivio (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 183 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Vivio |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |