1991 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 8 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.

Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Accord 1994 Subaru Impreza
Make Honda Subaru
Model Accord Impreza
Year Released 1991 1994
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 176 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 91.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 60 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1008 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2530 mm


 

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