1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 395 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concerto | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
