1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 71 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600.
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, 1985 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
