1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 14 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 59 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 (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cavalier | Insight |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |