1999 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1195 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Equus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3045 mm |