1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Insight |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 1275 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |