1991 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 470 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
