1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Vector M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Vector M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1996 Vector M12 | |
Make | Honda | Vector |
Model | Concerto | M12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |