1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2001 Jeep Willys
To start off, 2001 Jeep Willys is newer by 12 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Willys is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Willys (160 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Willys should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Willys weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Willys is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Willys 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, 2001 Jeep Willys (210 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Willys will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2001 Jeep Willys 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. 2001 Jeep Willys will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2001 Jeep Willys | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Concerto | Willys |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
