2009 Audi A5 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 410 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A5 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
