1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 219 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |