1987 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
