1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Concerto | C30 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |