1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1065 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
