1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 17 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), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 2006 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Concerto | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
