1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Insight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
