1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Concerto | Samara II |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |