1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 19 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Concerto | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
