1991 Saturn Sedan vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 159 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saturn Sedan | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | Sedan | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
