2005 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 15 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 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2005 Acura MDX 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. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
