1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 221 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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 Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | XT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
