1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 14 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Concerto | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
