1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 664 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Concerto | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2858 mm |
