1993 Subaru Vivio vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 18 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 466 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Vivio | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Vivio | Stream |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2690 mm |
