1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | 6000 | Insight |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |