2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1668 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2560 mm |
