1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 485 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Quintet | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
