1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Concerto | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |