1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, 2003 Mazda Washu is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 436 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Quintet | Washu |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
