2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Prizm | Concerto |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |