1982 Honda Quintet vs. 1969 Lotus Elan

To start off, 1982 Honda Quintet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Quintet weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.

Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Quintet 1969 Lotus Elan
Make Honda Lotus
Model Quintet Elan
Year Released 1982 1969
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1602 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2140 mm