1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 155 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 1997 Nissan Laurel 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 1997 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Laurel | Insight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
