1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Honda Quintet

To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 600 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Chevrolet Caprice 1982 Honda Quintet
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Quintet
Year Released 1983 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3753 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm


 

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