2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 552 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.
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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (177 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Vibe | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
