2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 428 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
