1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 37 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 25 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
