1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 217 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
