1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude 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 35 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 57 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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 Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Leone |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |