1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Concerto | EL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
