1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 651 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.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | V70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
