1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 8 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 1997 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Concerto | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
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 | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |