1999 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
