1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 438 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
