1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 24 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.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2004 Honda Pilot 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. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Concerto | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
