1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
