2009 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
