2005 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 298 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
