1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1018 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 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Concerto | Equus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3045 mm |
