1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1203 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2955 mm |
