1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 795 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 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Quintet | XK8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |