2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
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 SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX 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 SVX 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 (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | SVX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
