2007 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Rex |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |