2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 950 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 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Voyager | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
