2001 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 814 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
