1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 909 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Rex 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 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Rex | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2741 mm |
