1985 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 272 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 Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
