1995 Subaru Vivio vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Vivio | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Vivio | C8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
