1982 Subaru Rex vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Rex | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
