1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 64 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
