1989 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Leone |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |