1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 215 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 1998 Jensen CV-8 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 1998 Jensen CV-8. 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Concerto | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
