1993 Ford Royale vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2006 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 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Royale | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
