1998 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 23 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Levante | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
