2009 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 184 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
