1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 354 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Insight |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |