2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
