1981 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 576 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |