1992 Renault Safrane vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Subaru Vivio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Safrane | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
