1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 14 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concerto | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
