1982 Honda Quintet vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 385 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Quintet | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
