1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Quintet 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Quintet SLK
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1602 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2440 mm


 

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