1993 Subaru Vivio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 759 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Vivio | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vivio | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2685 mm |
