2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Pilot | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
