1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Laurel | Insight |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |