2009 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 525 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
