1985 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
