1990 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 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 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
