1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concerto | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
