1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | 480 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
