1992 Subaru Vivio vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 841 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Vivio | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Vivio | S60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 70 L |
