2006 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 426 kg more than 1987 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
