2009 Honda Insight vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Insight | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |