1985 Subaru Leone vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 302 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
