1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 266 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Insight |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |