2008 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
