1995 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Accord 1991 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model Accord Legacy
Year Released 1995 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 131 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2590 mm


 

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