2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 13 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2003 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2003 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
