1985 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |