1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 168 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.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
