1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1992 Subaru XT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1992 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 1992 Subaru XT | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | XT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |