1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Concerto | A |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |