1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 424 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |