1992 Subaru Vivio vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 665 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Vivio | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Vivio | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 64 L |
