1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 241 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Concerto | Cube |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |