1991 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
