1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 24 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 508 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, 2006 Kia Optima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Quintet | Optima |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |