1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Rex |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
