1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1122 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Vivio | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Vivio | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
