1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 702 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 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Concerto | IS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2731 mm |