1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 409 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MX-3 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
