2006 Honda Insight vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Insight | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
