2009 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |