1997 Honda Today vs. 1988 Subaru Leone

To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Today 1988 Subaru Leone
Make Honda Subaru
Model Today Leone
Year Released 1997 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1670 mm


 

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