2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1766 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
