1988 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |