1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 641 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Concerto | Highlander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |