1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 298 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Quintet | Astra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |