1980 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
