1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quintet | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |