1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Vivio | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Vivio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |