1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
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 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Insight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
