1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Concerto | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
