1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 800 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Concerto | Nitro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |