2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 253 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nubira | Concerto |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |