1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 409 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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Passat |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |