1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1370 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 Sentra (199 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Concerto | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
