1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 430 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 Kia Potentia 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 Kia Potentia. 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 Kia Potentia (181 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Concerto | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
