1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 190 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
