1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 40 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Concerto | Versa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
