2000 Honda Insight vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 590 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 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Vanette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2080 mm |