1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
