1987 Subaru XT vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 337 kg more than 1987 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru XT | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | XT | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
