1999 Honda Insight vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Vento |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |