1979 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | XT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
