1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 466 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 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Concerto | Outback |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |