1989 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |