1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |