1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 20 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 90 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Concerto | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Concerto | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |