1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 86 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Insight |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |