1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 340 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 Renault Megane (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Quintet | Megane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
