1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 290 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |