1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 411 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Concerto | S60 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |