1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 15 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2004 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Visto |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |