1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 343 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 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Insight |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |