1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Vento | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Vento | Insight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
