1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1640 kg |