1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |