1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun 280 (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | 280 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
