2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 391 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 2009 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
