1997 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |