1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 22 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 176 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Concerto | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
