1994 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon.
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, 1994 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Talon | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Talon | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
