1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 11 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Concerto | Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
