2002 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 572 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1983 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | DL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
