1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | SVX | Altima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
