1996 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | DL |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |