1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Leone |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |