1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
