1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
