1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Insight |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |