1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 420 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 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Quintet | 265 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |