1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 53 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6.
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, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MX-6 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
