2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S2000 | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |