1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora 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 2012 Lotus Evora. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Concerto | Evora |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2576 mm |