2000 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 160 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
