1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Honda Insight

To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 275 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.

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 Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Lumina 2010 Honda Insight
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Lumina Insight
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1235 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
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 40 L


 

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