1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Concerto | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
