1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 291 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |