1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 18 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 680 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 2008 Lexus GX 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, 2008 Lexus GX 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, 2008 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2008 Lexus GX 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. 2008 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2008 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Concerto | GX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
