1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Neon weights approximately 37 kg more than 1989 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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
