1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 23 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Quintet | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
