2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 698 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 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
