1990 Honda Integra vs. 1999 Honda Insight

To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Integra 1999 Honda Insight
Make Honda Honda
Model Integra Insight
Year Released 1990 1999
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2410 mm


 

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