1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2004 Subaru G3X is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Subaru G3X. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru G3X weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 2004 Subaru G3X (173 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru G3X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | G3X |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
