1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 420 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Concerto | Rogue |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |