1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 808 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 Pontiac Montana (278 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Quintet | Montana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
