2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 816 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | FR-V | Vivio |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |