1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 731 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Concerto | XC60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2774 mm |