1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1159 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Concerto | H3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3420 mm |
