1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 410 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 228 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |