1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1991 Honda Concerto and 1991 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Volvo 240 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 1991 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Volvo 240 (157 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Concerto | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Concerto | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |