1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 17 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Concerto | A |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |