1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
