1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |