1988 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 3 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 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 111 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 418 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.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |