1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 243 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Concerto | Alero |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |