1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Quintet | C70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
