1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 700 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 Saturn Sky 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 2009 Saturn Sky. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Concerto | Sky |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
