1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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 1,798 cc, 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 265 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
