2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 551 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2560 mm |
