1988 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL. 1979 Subaru DL has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru DL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | DL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
