1989 Subaru Leone vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 242 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Leone | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Leone | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |