1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Concerto | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
