1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 420 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Concerto | Avensis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |