1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Concerto | Element |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |