1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 14 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 TVR Tamora 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 2004 TVR Tamora. 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Concerto | Tamora |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |