1998 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 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 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
