2008 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Subaru Justy. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1984 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
