1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 523 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Concerto | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
