1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 340 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |