1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 18 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), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 265 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 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Concerto | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2499 mm |
