1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 127 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 755 kg more than 1987 Subaru Rex. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1987 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Rex |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |