1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 21 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 186 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Concerto | Insight |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |