1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
