1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
