1996 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |