1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 499 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
