1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 607 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 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Passat |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 279 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |