2009 Honda Insight vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 64 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Insight | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
