1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 19 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | Citi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |