1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1327 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Passat |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |