1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 402 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Concerto | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |