1980 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |