1982 Honda Quintet vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, 1997 Lexus ES is newer by 15 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus ES weights approximately 550 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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 1997 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Quintet | ES |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
