1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | C70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
