2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Silvia | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |