1995 Subaru Vivio vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 642 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Vivio | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Vivio | Cube |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
