1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
