1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 445 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Quintet | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |