1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Quintet | Commodore |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |