1999 Porsche 996 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 996 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 996 | Vivio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |