2003 Honda Insight vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
