2004 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1369 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | MDX | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
