1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 13 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 400 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2003 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Concerto | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |