1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 530 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Quintet | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
