1994 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |