2009 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 806 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Vivio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |