1991 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 555 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |