2008 Rover 45 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 45 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
