2004 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 800 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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
