1992 Subaru Vivio vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Vivio | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Vivio | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
