2004 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 15 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 929 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
