1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
