1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
