1993 Subaru Vivio vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Vivio | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivio | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
