1990 Nissan Santana vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Santana | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
