2002 Honda Insight vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
