1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 88 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Because 1985 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Concerto | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |