1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2004 Subaru G3X is newer by 16 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Subaru G3X. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 2004 Subaru G3X (173 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru G3X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 2004 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | G3X |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
