2007 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 608 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 1989 Honda Concerto
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Concerto
Year Released 2007 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1595 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2560 mm