1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 304 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Golf |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |