1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1997 TVR Cerbera 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 1997 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Concerto | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |