1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster

To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 14 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.

Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Concerto 2003 Mazda Roadster
Make Honda Mazda
Model Concerto Roadster
Year Released 1989 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2370 mm


 

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