1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 515 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
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 | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |