1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 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), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 947 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 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| 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 | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
