2004 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Insight | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 92 L |
