2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 736 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
