1996 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. Both 1996 Honda Accord and 1992 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
