1981 Subaru Leone vs. 1994 Honda Today

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Subaru Leone 1994 Honda Today
Make Subaru Honda
Model Leone Today
Year Released 1981 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1400 mm


 

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