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 |