1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 1969 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Vega | Concerto |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |