1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 206 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Vectra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |