2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 131 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Concerto |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1191 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |