2005 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 849 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 114 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
