1991 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
