1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 345 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Quintet | Megane |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |