2009 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 271 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Insight | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
