1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
