2003 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
