1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 305 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Concerto | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2635 mm |
