1993 Buick Century vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Century (161 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 1993 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Century | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2550 mm |
