1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1796 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 | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
