1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 521 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Quintet | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
