1998 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
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 (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Insight |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |