1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2629 mm |