1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 23 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 161 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Concerto | Versa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
