1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 780 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 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Quintet | Opirus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |