1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |