2001 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 704 kg more than 2001 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Insight | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
