1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 154 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Quintet | 121 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |