1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb is newer by 16 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 155 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, 2005 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Concerto | Superb |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
