1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 734 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 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | S60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |
