1994 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto.
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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Concerto | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Concerto | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2601 mm |
