1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 270 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
