1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 20 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Quintet | Outback |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
