2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 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 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 253 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.
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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Kalos | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
