2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |