1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Because 1989 Pontiac Firebird 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 1989 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Concerto | Firebird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |