1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
