2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 890 kg more than 1995 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Altima | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
