1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 286 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | GTI |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |