1998 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 424 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Vivio |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |