1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 16 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Concerto | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
