2000 Honda Insight vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Insight | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
