1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 18 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Concerto | 350Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |