1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 147 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Concerto | Note |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
