1985 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 378 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |