1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Honda Insight

To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.

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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Eagle Summit 2006 Honda Insight
Make Eagle Honda
Model Summit Insight
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1468 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2410 mm


 

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