1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 2008 Volvo C30 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
