1982 Honda Quintet vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Quintet | Megane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
