1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Rex |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1930 mm |
