1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Concerto | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
