1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1493 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Concerto | Edge |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3505 mm |