1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 67 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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Concerto | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |