1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Lexus ES is newer by 26 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus ES weights approximately 475 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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2008 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Quintet | ES |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
