1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1469 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quintet | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
