1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Concerto | DL |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |