1989 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 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 (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Leone |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |