2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1601 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Concerto |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |