2000 Honda Insight vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 960 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.
Because 1989 Toyota Century 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 1989 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 289 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |