2009 Honda Insight vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 81 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |