2006 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
