2008 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 354 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |