1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 552 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Shuttle | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
