2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 986 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.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
