1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (254 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Concerto | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3320 mm |
