1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto.
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, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto. 1999 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Concerto | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Concerto | Sonata |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |