1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1024 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quintet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
