1946 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
