1997 Honda Legend vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
