1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 793 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 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2012 Volvo XC70 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. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2815 mm |
