1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 675 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 1972 Chevrolet Nomad 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 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nomad | Concerto |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |