2006 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Insight | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Insight | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |