1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quintet | Lancer |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |